2000 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2000 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 531 kg more than 2000 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
